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Montesquieu's political theory of separation of powers was meant to

A.

promote unity in government

B.

prevent dictatorial rule

C.

ensure social justice

D.

enhance state security

Correct answer is B

Montesquieu's approach was to present and defend a form of government which was not excessively centralized in all its powers to a single monarch or similar ruler, form of government known then as "aristocracy". He based this model on the Constitution of the Roman Republic and the British constitutional system.